Proposal Coordinator

KPFF Consulting Engineers; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 44,083; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized ORCA bus/rail pass

Paid holidays during internship

Paid sick and mental health time

Use of in-office bike storage

Access to gym and locker rooms

Job summary

KPFF Consulting Engineers in Seattle is seeking a Proposal Coordinator to support the proposal efforts of our marketing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing proposals, editing technical documents, and managing proposal-related tasks.

Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree, possess strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe InDesign, and demonstrate exceptional writing and organizational skills. This position offers competitive compensation and multiple benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe InDesign.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle concurrent projects with deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop proposals and qualifications including technical writing.
• Research background materials and interpret RFP requirements.
• Coordinate preparation for industry awards.
• Maintain the database of proposal pursuits and projects.

Skills

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Technical writing

Editing

Proofreading

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Unanet database

Job description

Job Description

KPFF Seattle is looking for a Proposal Coordinator to join a fun, collaborative marketing team and support our proposal efforts in the downtown Seattle office. The successful candidate will support the development of proposals and marketing materials. It’s an ideal opportunity for someone eager to contribute to a collaborative and fast‑paced environment.

As Proposal Coordinator, you will be an integral member of a team involved with:

• Developing proposals and qualifications, including technical writing, editing, and proofreading
• Interpreting RFP requirements and researching background materials
• Coordinating preparation and application of industry award pursuits
• Liaising with marketing staff in our other offices
• Maintaining our database of proposal pursuits and projects
• Learning our project and client portfolio.

Please note this is NOT a Digital Marketing or Graphics Design focused position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe InDesign
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work as part of a team on concurrent, deadline‑driven projects

Desired Qualifications

• Working knowledge of the Architectural/Engineering/Construction community in Seattle
• Exceptional skills in writing and editing proposals and related marketing documents
• Unanet database experience
• Familiarity with benchmark proposal process (e.g., APMP/SMPS/Shipley Associates

Additional Information

Physical Demands:

• Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer table.
• Occasionally may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs.
• Travelling to project sites and performing field observations which may involve walking, standing, kneeling, or navigating uneven terrain.

Compensation

The expected range for a qualified candidate is $28.00 - $32.00 hourly.

Benefits

• Subsidized ORCA bus/rail pass
• Paid holidays during your internship
• Paid sick and mental health time
• Use of in‑office bike storage and lockers
• Use of in‑building gym and locker rooms

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.